Join us each Friday as Pastor Mike tackles hard-hitting questions Christians face in the modern world. Arm yourself for your next challenging conversation by getting relevant, biblical answers on hot topics of the day.
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Welcome to the podcast for the Bible teaching ministry of Dr. Mike Fabarez, Pastor of Compass Bible Church in Aliso Viejo. This podcast delivers the current weekly sermons Pastor Mike preaches each Sunday. Pastor Mike seeks to deliver relevant and accurate Bible teaching that is applicable to our daily lives. To make a donation and receive our monthly book use the link below. https://focalpointministries.org/special-offer-podcast/
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Listen as Compass Bible Church (Aliso Viejo, CA) Senior Pastor Mike Fabarez preaches verse by verse from the Gospel of Luke.
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At Focal Point U, Dr. Mike Fabarez teaches introductory seminary style classes on various aspects of theology, Christology, Apologetics and Bible survey. To make a donation and receive our monthly book use the link below. https://focalpointministries.org/special-offer-podcast/
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Do “Good” People Really Go to Hell?
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25:00Through the ages, many different people have offered their opinions about what Hell is or isn’t. But what God says about hell, is what matters most! Pastor Mike discusses hell as it’s presented in the Bible. Do even “good” people go there? That’s the question posed on this Ask Pastor Mike segment!To support this ministry financially, visit: https:/…
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Clarifying Our Identity
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1:04:52God wants us to pursue moral purity as his distinctive people, which he has promised will increase our daily experience of fellowship, joy, and assurance with him.
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Is Hell a Real Place or Just a Metaphor?
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25:00Fire… brimstone… tortured screams of the damned and the lost! Our impressions of hell are horrifically frightening! But how much of this is conjecture? Is it an actual place? Pastor Mike Fabarez searches the scriptures for the answer in a sobering segment of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donat…
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Is Sin Real or Just an Illusion?
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25:00Some people try to ignore it. Others believe it’s nothing but a figment of our imagination. So is there really such a thing as sin? Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about the reality of our sin nature, and why it’s important we address it. Join us for another edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/…
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How Can You Break Free from Habitual Sin?
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25:00Most of us could walk a mile or two if we had to. But running a marathon requires intensive preparation and focus! Pastor Mike Fabarez says that's not unlike curbing habitual sins. Learn tips on how to build endurance, and overcome the draw of recurring sin. It's a riveting edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: htt…
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Guarding Our Partnerships
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1:00:32We must guard the personal partnerships in our lives, so our devotion to Christ is not imperiled and our usefulness to the Lord remains uncompromised.
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Can You Ever Lose Your Salvation?
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25:00Maybe you prayed the prayer in Sunday school. Or perhaps you were baptized as a child. But does that mean your salvation is secure? Is it possible to lose God’s love? Join us as Mike Fabarez answers some weighty questions about perseverance, salvation and eternal security. It’s another edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially…
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Does Reading Still Matter for Christians Today?
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25:00What ever happened to reading a good old fashioned book? Today's attention spans don't seem very long, and so many people don't even want to pick up a book. Why is this still important? Pastor Mike answers this question on today's Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Strengthening Our Unity
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53:17We should continually pursue an affectionate and joyful unity within the church—willing to stretch for it even when others aren’t—appealing for it through loving, sincere words and actions.
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Is Cosmetic Surgery Compatible with Christian Faith?
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25:00Celebrities maintain the illusion of eternal youth, thanks to diet, exercise—and maybe a nip-and-tuck here and there. Plastic surgery used to be performed mainly on accident victims or on those with life-threatening health conditions. But is it right to go under the knife for purely cosmetic reasons? Pastor Mike Fabarez presents a biblical response…
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Do All Christians Have Equal Access to God?
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25:00When a person becomes a Christian, do they enter into a full-access relationship with God? Or do only some Christians have the privilege of a deeper connection to God? Pastor Mike Fabarez talks about how we relate to God in our Christian experience. Join us for an intriguing look at Christian Mysticism and Spiritual Formation on Ask Pastor Mike.To …
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Increasing Our Endurance
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Should Christians Be Friends with Non-Believers?
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25:00You’re a follower of Jesus. But your friends or family may not be. How can we connect with them, without stumbling ourselves? Should we avoid them or join with them? Pastor Mike Fabarez sits down to answer questions about your friendships with non-Christians. A helpful edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://…
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Heightening Our Urgency
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57:21We must no longer be casual or timid about relaying the gospel to our generation, but we must be bold and urgent about it, as Christ would have us be while there’s still time in our crazy and chaotic culture.
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Who Exactly Is the Angel of the Lord?
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25:00Throughout the Old Testament, one mysterious figure keeps appearing in dramatic ways, speaking with unquestionable authority to God's people. So, who is he? And why is his presence shrouded in such mystery? Join us today when Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the question: “Who is the Angel of the Lord?”To support this ministry financially, visit: https:…
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Does God Hear Prayers From Unbelievers?
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25:00Do all prayers get answered? What about prayers from unbelievers? Why does it seem some prayers aren’t answered? It’s time to sit down with Mike Fabarez and talk about an important topic we all wonder about… Prayer. It’s another edition of Ask Pastor Mike, straight from the pastor’s study.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.one…
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If God’s Plans Never Fail, Why Pray?
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25:00Scripture is clear: God's plans never fail. He knows all things, and everything is under His control. But if that's true, what's the point of praying? Is it possible to change God’s mind? Join us for another edition of Ask Pastor Mike when we'll learn how to reconcile our prayers and God's sovereignty.To support this ministry financially, visit: ht…
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How Can Christians Recover After Divorce?
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25:00At the altar, we all believe our marriage will last a lifetime. But tragically for many, divorce becomes a painful and unexpected reality. Pastor Mike Fabarez sits down to answer some personal questions from listeners about broken marriages. Learn how to recover and pick up the pieces in this rejuvenating edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this …
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Is Obeying God’s Law Legalism?
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25:00Calling someone "legalistic" is downright offensive. Just what do people mean when they accuse you of "legalism?" Pastor Mike Fabarez calls a timely ceasefire, and explains exactly what "legalism" entails. Surprisingly, scriptures show how God’s grace and his law can peacefully co-exist. Don’t miss this insightful edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To supp…
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Take up the responsibility of being Christ’s ambassador with the time you have left by working to see the people around you as in desperate need of being reconciled to God.
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Should Christians Get Involved in Politics?
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25:00Politics is a hot topic right now. What should our role be as Christians in the public square? Should we wave banners of protest? Or should we refrain from getting involved altogether? Join us for today's Focal Point when Pastor Mike Fabarez continues his discussion of politics. It's another engaging edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this minis…
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Do Christians Always Have to Obey the Government?
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25:00What are your thoughts about government spending—and taking? Today on Focal Point, Pastor Mike Fabarez answers whether we must obey our government, especially when we don't agree with its actions! It's a rousing edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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How Should Christians Balance Sports and God?
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25:00Are you obsessed with sports? Or has your kid’s athletic schedule simply taken your family hostage? Many families are finding it hard to juggle sports and their weekend priorities. In this edition of Ask Pastor Mike, we’re joining Mike Fabarez for a timely conversation about balancing America’s obsession with athletics.To support this ministry fina…
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What Does the Bible Say About Guardian Angels?
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25:00God’s Word tells us there’s an invisible reality all around us. Though we can’t see those in this spiritual realm, is it possible they can see us? Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the intriguing question about God’s heavenly servants: Do you have a guardian angel?To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Broadening Our Acceptance
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48:41Stop prejudging fellow church members by outward measures or their worldly pasts, and accept them as redeemed new creations in Christ.
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What Does Scripture Reveal About the Future?
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25:00These days, a lot of attention and a lot of talk is being generated on the subject of End Times, and what God has in store for the future. Today, we’re diving into a scriptural discussion about the Millennial Kingdom as we join Pastor Mike Fabarez for a timely edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.onepl…
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Are the Soul and Spirit Different?
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25:00The Bible says we’re created in God’s image, but what exactly does that mean? What’s the difference between your soul and your spirit? These are good questions that deserve thoughtful answers. Pastor Mike Fabarez provides them in a special edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/2…
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Because Christ paid the ultimate price to redeem us, our love for him should compel us to put aside our old desires and live wholly for him.
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Why Isn’t the Christian Life Easy?
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25:00The gift of salvation is free! So why does the Bible make it sound so hard? Even Jesus said that to follow him you must take up your cross daily. It’s another edition of Ask Pastor Mike and we’re learning the difference between justification and sanctification. Then Pastor Mike shares a message he calls, “The Struggle to Say Anything.”To support th…
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In light of all people one day standing before God, we must be motivated to live and speak with a deep concern for others, always with a clear conscience, resolved to be faithful regardless of how we are perceived.
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Should Christians Be Cremated?
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25:00Is it okay for Christians to be cremated? See what the Bible says about our bodies, the resurrection, and cremation. Then discover what it means to be made in God's likeness. Hear Pastor Mike Fabarez answer that question today on Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Pastor Mike's Testimony
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25:00You might know him as an author, pastor, and Bible teacher on Focal Point. Pastor Mike Fabarez gets up-close-and-personal about his journey of faith. Get to know your radio pastor and Bible teacher, and how God is working in the entire Fabarez family.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Does the Old Testament Still Matter for Modern Believers?
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25:00The Old Testament was written ages ago. How can it possibly apply to our lives today? Especially now that the New Testament's come. Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the question: "Why Study the Old Testament?" Join us as we Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Why Does God Have So Many Names in the Bible?
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25:00Yahweh … Jehovah … Adonai. It seems like God has many different titles throughout the Bible. So what is God’s real name? Join Pastor Mike Fabarez for an insightful conversation about the significance of God’s names … and how God wants to be known. It’s another edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.onepl…
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Are You Missing Out by Skipping Church?
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25:00Why should we go to church? Is it an arcane and outdated institution, no longer relevant today? Pastor Mike Fabarez discusses God’s design for the body of Christ in action. There’s a benefit and a blessing when you’re part of a vibrant Christian community. Hear more on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: htt…
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Should Believers Take Their Disputes to Court?
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25:00Life can be unfair. But how far do we go to demand justice? If Christians are loving and forgiving, is it ever okay to sue someone? Pastor Mike Fabarez turns to God’s Word to explain what the scriptures teach about using the legal system. Join us for a thought-provoking edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https:/…
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Are Tattoos Compatible with the Christian Life?
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25:00From a tiny little word to a fully inked, full-body display … tattoos are becoming increasingly prevalent, even among Christians. But what does the Bible say about this trend? Pastor Mike Fabarez discuss this trend on today's Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Can All Bible Translations Be Right?
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25:00English Standard… Revised Standard… Holman Christian Standard. When it comes to picking out a good Bible, it seems there's nothing “standard” about them at all! Can they all be correct? Which one is right for you? Pastor Mike Fabarez sifts through the differences between popular modern translations in a practical edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To suppo…
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What’s the Difference Between Bible Translations?
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25:00Pastor Mike Fabarez offers helpful guidelines for evaluating the various versions of the Bible. Before selecting your next one, get timely wisdom for “Comparing and Evaluating Modern Translations” on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29…
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Question & Answer Service 2025-Part 3
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1:07:37Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this episode: 0:55 – What will happen in the end times to those who reject Christ? 8:50 – Church buildings in the past were very beautiful, why aren’t our church buildings beautiful like they used to be? 15:04 – Does the Bema Seat judgment only judge a Christian’s de…
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Question & Answer Service 2025-Part 2
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1:13:04Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this episode: 0:46 – Where did Cain and Abel’s wives come from and what is the biblical understanding on how we grow families? 5:52 – How do we rightly think about Israel of the Old Testament versus modern day Israel? 14:02 – How do we pray for people and their salva…
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Question & Answer Service 2025-Part 1
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1:04:36Pastor Mike answers questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity. Questions in this session: Why does Paul in the Spirit say he will continue to Jerusalem, when Agabus says the Holy Spirit says he will be imprisoned? Who made God? What is the biblical view of retirement? In 1 Corinthians 15:10 what is meant by “the perfect?” Did Jesus die for a…
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Can You Really Forgive Someone Who Doesn’t Deserve It?
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25:00When someone has hurt you deeply, how easily do you let go of the offense? It takes time to heal from wounds. And it’s especially challenging when there’s little remorse! Pastor Mike Fabarez answers a listener’s question about undeserved forgiveness, and discusses how to handle offenses in light of the Cross.To support this ministry financially, vi…
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Why Does the Bible Tell Us to Fear a Loving God?
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25:00Though He’s loving and good, the Bible still commands us to “fear God.” But does that mean we’re to live in constant terror of his wrath and judgment? Pastor Mike Fabarez describes what it does and doesn’t mean to fear the Lord. Hear a lively discussion on this edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.onep…
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Investing in Our Post-Resurrection Life
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1:07:36We need to live thoughtfully, carefully, and boldly for Christ, knowing that one day, our King will evaluate and reward us for how well we did.
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Do You Need to Be Baptized to Be Saved?
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25:00Exactly what happens when we are baptized? Do you have to be baptized to be saved? And if not, why do we do it? Get the clear answer, straight from scriptures, on today's edition of Ask Pastor Mike!To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1676/29Focal Point Ministries által
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Why Did Water and Blood Flow from Jesus’ Side?
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25:00In recounting Jesus’ death on the cross, Scripture is careful to include a curious detail that’s excluded from medical books. Pastor Mike Fabarez answers the question “what is the significance of water and blood coming from Jesus’ side?” It’s another edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/do…
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Checking Your Confidence in the Resurrection
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1:06:33We should live with the kind of confidence in God’s promises that makes it obvious we are certain about our perfected and eternal future.
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Should Pastors Ever Use Profanity?
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25:00You hear it in the news, on late night shows, at school, and even in the office. Foul language grabs attention with its shock value. But should it also be coming from the pulpit? Pastor Mike Fabarez answers a question about the use and abuse of profanity on today's edition of Ask Pastor Mike.To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.…
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Considering God’s Resurrection Plan
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49:39As Christians we shouldn’t be discouraged by failing bodies, but should always pin our hope on the eternal glorified bodies that God has graciously promised to us.
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